It's All in the Details, with Jeanmarie O'Clair

Up your ceramic skills game in a fun mini-workshop series with artist-instructor Jeanmarie O’Clair! Each class covers a specific skill and is guaranteed to be as entertaining as it is informative.
5 Tuesdays, Jan 12-Feb 9
Each class is $50, or buy all 5 for $240/$204 members
Masks and social distancing are required.

Jan 12, 2-5pm
Underglaze Decals: Adding the Extra Bling 
Learn the technique of applying underglaze decals to your greenware pottery. Apply your favorite translucent and celadons glazes over decals after a bisque firing. The firing temperature of the transfers are Cone 04-11. Note: a $5 materials fee payable to Jeanmarie at the start of this class.

Jan 19, 1-3:30pm
Underglazes: Making it Personal
Learn how to mix colors, blend and marble, stencil on designs, blow bubbles, use wax resist, and make underglaze transfers. Please bring a few greenware pieces to decorate in the workshop.

Jan 26, 2-5pm
Stinky Feet
Do you have stinky feet? Are they too small to stand on? Too narrow, too wide? Or just not in the right position? Are your feet making your bowl bottom heavy? This one is all about TRIMMMING FEET.

Feb 2, 2-5pm
Love Handles 
Explore the form and function of the handle, discover different techniques for constructing beautiful handles, and learn how to position and properly attach them.

Feb 9, 2-5pm
Glazing Basics
Matte, satin, or gloss? Underglazes, over or under? This class will explore the many options and techniques for glazing a bisque piece.